Fall 2020 Citizenship Class - 1 | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

What does "anthem" mean?

It is a song.

What does "responsibility" mean?

Responsibility: a duty or task that you are required or expected to do

What does promise mean?

Promise: to say you will definitely do something

What does loyalty mean?

demonstrating support for or allegiance to the same government or set of beliefs

How many Civics questions out of 10 must you get right in order to pass?

6 questions

How many years do you need to be a permanent resident before you are eligible for citizenship in the US?

5 years. If your husband or wife is a citizen, you can apply after 3 years.

How old must you be to become a US citizen?

At least 18 years old

What do we call the application for Citizenship?

N-400

When must all men register for the Selective Service?

between the ages of 18 and 26. W

What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?

You promise to be loyal to the United States and give up loyalty to other countries. You promise to defend the Constitution and obey the laws of the US.

What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?

United States citizens vote in federal elections and serve on juries.

What is the economic system of the United States?

Market economy/ Capitalist economy

What is the political party of the President now?

Republican

What are the 2 major political parties in the United States?

Republican and Democratic

What are 2 ways Americans can participate in their democracy?

Voting and Writing to a Newspaper

Who is the governor of your state?

Andrew Cuomo

What is the name of the President of the United States now?

Donald Trump

What is the capital of your state?

Albany

What is the capital of the United States?

Washington, DC

What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?

The flag/ The United States

What is the name of the national anthem?

The Star-Spangled Banner

Why does the flag have 50 stars?

Because there are 50 states